Marc Jacob

A properly drafted prenuptial agreement from another state is likely to be enforceable in a Queens divorce case. There are exceptions though, and recent precedent that suggests that courts here won’t always allow a particularly lopsided prenuptial agreement to govern the terms of a divorce. If … [Read more...] about Are Prenuptial Agreements From Other States Enforceable In Queens Divorce Cases?

Yes, our firm handles all kinds of divorces, and understands the specific needs of cases that land in the Queens County Integrated Domestic Violence court. Whichever side of the matters at hand you fall on, you deserve focused, compassionate representation that takes into account all your … [Read more...] about Does Your Firm Handle Divorces That Go Through The Queens IDV Court?

Yes, if you’ve been under an order of protection that has limited your ability to be a parent to your child, then the expiration of the order can be grounds to ask Family Court in Queens to review the situation and order a new custody agreement. You’ll be expected to demonstrate why this change … [Read more...] about Once The Order Of Protection Against Me Expires, Can I Petition For Greater Access To My Kids In Queens?

No, a home or other property or money that you inherited is considered a separate asset and won’t be among the properties considered for equitable distribution. Property that you owned prior to marriage, even during a long marriage, is also separate property that is yours to keep. Inherited … [Read more...] about Is A Vacation Home I Inherited Early In Our Marriage Subject To Distribution?